John William Burke
Thomas Braun Bernard & Burke, LLP • Rapid City, SD
Car AccidentsBusiness LitigationInsurancePersonal InjuryRail
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Rapid City, SD, US
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**John William Burke, Founding Member at Thomas Braun Bernard & Burke, LLP** Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, John William Burke is a distinguished founding member of Thomas Braun Bernard & Burke, LLP, where he brings over two decades of legal expertise to his practice. John earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Northern State University in 1993, followed by a Juris Doctor degree with honors from the University of South Dakota School of Law in 1996. John's legal practice is characterized by a robust focus on business litigation, insurance disputes, and rail law, in addition to handling complex cases involving motor vehicle accidents, tractor-trailer accidents, wrongful death, insurance bad faith, and construction disputes. His comprehensive understanding of ethics and professional responsibility claims further enhances his ability to provide clients with informed legal guidance. Licensed to practice in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Wyoming, John has gained recognition from esteemed organizations such as Martindale-Hubbell for his commitment to excellence in the legal field. His active involvement in professional associations, including the State Bar of South Dakota, South Dakota Trial Lawyers Association, Minnesota State Bar Association, Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association, Wyoming State Bar, Pennington County Bar Association, and the American Association for Justice, underscores his dedication to staying at the forefront of legal developments and advocating for the rights of his clients. With a reputation for integrity and a client-centric approach, John William Burke remains dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals and businesses in the Rapid City area and beyond. Whether navigating complex litigation or seeking justice in insurance matters, John is committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for those he represents.
About Car Accidents Law
Car accident attorneys represent individuals injured in motor vehicle collisions. They work to obtain compensation for injuries, property damage, and other losses. Common matters include car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents.
Credentials
Education
1996 University of South Dakota School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1993 Northern State University BA - Bachelor of Arts
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English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell N/A Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell N/A AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2011 SDTLA Barrister If you are representing an LLC in federal court based on diversity jurisdiction, don’t do anything else until you have read this article. (co-authored with Carla R. Cushman)
Associations
2011 - Present Wyoming State Bar Association Member 2001 - Present Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association Member 1998 - Present Minnesota State Bar Association Member 1997 - Present American Association for Justice Member 1996 - Present South Dakota State Bar Member
Speaking
2014 A Boot Camp for Young Lawyers: Tactics and Tips Entering Unknown Terrain: Discovery Pitfalls and Practice Tips 2013 Fall Educational Seminar Ethics: Didactic and Dynamic. Yes, I said it! 2011 Spring Educational Seminar Pretrial Submissions 2005 Chamber Seminar 10 Legal Tips For Your Business 2002 Fall Educational Seminar Insurance: Bad Faith When They Don't Pay; Subrogation When They Do
Updated: May 25, 2026